1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 84 L |
